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Freelance Tips - by Jenn Hollowell

 
Most of the information presented here is based on my experience, on the spot findings, and progress in my own freelance writing career.

Inspiration Supplied

September 30th 2008 13:24

Are you the type of freelance writer who is inspired by what you see while working?

I’ve always loved being surrounded by things that keep me inspired and keep my muse entertained. I find that, when these things surround me my workday is more productive. Here are some examples:

· Pretty notebooks: yes, this is girlie and won’t do much for the “manly” freelance writers reading this blog. Remember, pretty can also mean appealing to those who want something that compliments their personality, the room’s décor, or their personal tastes.

· Organizational items: I love paper trays, magazine holders, baskets, and other miscellaneous “organizational” items that are great to look at and keep my necessities where they belong.
· Pretty pens: again, this is a girlie thing and I’m okay with that. These pens can range from something you like the look of, the feel of, and the way it writes. I like a gel pen that writes smoothly, yet creates bold handwriting on the page.

If you’re using “bland” supplies that just aren’t doing it for you, consider changing things up. Supplies don’t have to cost you an arm and a leg in order to look or function the way you’re dreaming of in your office or workspace. Check out the clearance areas of the craft store, office supply stores, drug stores, and big box stores – they’re brimming with back-to-school items they’re trying to unload in order to get ready for the new season!
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Comment by katyzzz

September 30th 2008 13:27
I certainly like the book and pens there, very appealing to the eye and in your case, hopefully inspirational.

Comment by Jenn Hollowell

September 30th 2008 14:03
Thank you! I've been using "pretty" things for the past couple of years and have noticed a big difference in my producitivity. It's intersting how that happens!

Comment by Jarrah

October 1st 2008 01:29
No way.
My office is insanely modern and entirely gray. That is how a good working office should be.

Not really.
I actually agree.

Even new software on the computer, my new kick ass phone, that sweet pen I like to proofread with, my in and out tray's were cool - now I cant see them from the piles of paper on each...

- Jarrah
Back to the Eighties.net

Comment by Jenn Hollowell

October 1st 2008 10:58
LOL You had me for a minute there!

My favorite-est most favorite proofreading pen ran out of ink and I'm still on the hunt for a replacement . . . the ink was perfect. I know - strange, but true.

Comment by Dianna G

October 4th 2008 03:21
Now I'm missing this beautiful pen I used to have. It was black ink, and it worked almost like a fineliner, and it was actually my grandmother's but oh well. *Sigh*

Pretty pens and notebooks are wonderful. I won't even use an ugly notebook for my poetry. I just won't.

I love how you put quotation marks around organizational. I love those things too... I'm just not good at using them for their actual purpose.

~Dianna

Comment by Jenn Hollowell

October 4th 2008 17:14
LOL I do the same thing! I'm constantly finding uses that are a bit unconventional for a lot of things, including office supplies.

Comment by Dianna G

October 4th 2008 22:22
...I just lose pieces of mine. Or something. Or randomly end up with a whole bunch of stuff I didn't know I had in my drawers. My room is a mess. A total mess.
~Dianna

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